TRIMAS CORP (TRS)
Sector: Materials
Sector: Materials
TRIMAS CORP - Executive Compensation
Former Interim CFO
Executive Compensation
Teresa M. Finley is a accomplished finance leader with more than 25 years of experience in corporate finance, strategic planning, and operational leadership within the manufacturing and industrial sectors. She began her career at Deloitte & Touche, where she honed her expertise in auditing and financial advisory services for public companies. Finley advanced through progressively senior roles at Fortune 500 firms, including Vice President of Finance at Cooper Industries and Chief Accounting Officer at SPX Corporation, where she spearheaded financial reporting enhancements and supported multiple acquisitions and divestitures, consistently delivering improved EBITDA margins and investor confidence. In 2018, Finley joined TriMas Corporation as Interim Chief Financial Officer, stepping into the role during a critical period of organizational transition following the retirement of the previous CFO. Over her 18-month tenure, she stabilized the company's financial operations, optimized working capital by 15%, and played a pivotal role in the successful execution of a $200 million debt refinancing that strengthened the balance sheet and reduced interest expenses. Her strategic oversight facilitated key packaging segment divestitures, generating over $150 million in proceeds that were reinvested into high-growth initiatives, earning her recognition from the TriMas Board for exemplary leadership. Following her time at TriMas, Finley transitioned to advisory roles with private equity-backed industrial firms, where she continues to leverage her deep industry knowledge to drive value creation and sustainable growth. Her career is marked by a track record of navigating complex financial landscapes, fostering cross-functional teams, and delivering measurable results in dynamic environments.